"Lunch at Nina is a long, drawn-out affair. Whether that’s because of the friendly staff who always encourage dessert, or the inevitable desire to never want to leave once you step inside this Marylebone basement, it doesn’t really matter. It’s probably a bit of both, and that’s what makes this halal Italian spot so special. The tastefully distressed walls, the excellent—and huge—crispy chicken milanese, and the not-too-sweet non-alcoholic ‘fauxtails’ that are a cause for celebration in and of themselves. For a reservation in the immediate future, have a click around until you find a nocturnal 9pm slot, but for a primetime table, delayed gratification is the name of the game. They take bookings up to five months in advance so do future you a favour and secure one now." - rianne shlebak